I am 20 years old and interested in long-term rentals, also something interesting about me is I do research on 3-D printing construction for housing and VR (virtual reality) since the entrepreneurial part of me wishes to not only learn but advance the real estate industry.

Paperwork was to be emailed to the sellers, printed and signed with a notary and mailed one day air back to title.

The downside, as you wisely stated is that there is a lot of misinformation out there these days.Also, you must have read my mind - I had printed out Pub 527 earlier today to do more research. 

It is right there pre-printed on the appraisal form which was completed.

Watch out for fine print that requires an additional fee at closing.

I’m looking for a Flat Fee MLS broker with the following features, MLS listing obviously, social media listing (trulia, Zillow, etc) yard sign, on-line form (I will not print out, complete, and scan).

It might not be the best idea to embark on both at once, but fortune favors the bold, no risk no reward, etc. 

Print up some flyers and walk into the offices of the larger/high value employers.

Look at the fine print, turn around time for claims, tenant fees from Obligo/Rhino to the tenant and customer service levels.

Caveat emptor and read all of the fine print before you even consider trying them.